The Maryland Department of Agriculture has announced the transition of the Maryland Market Money (MMM) program from the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, to the department. Effective July 1, the move comes after the passage of legislation during the 2025 Maryland General Assembly Legislative Session authorizing the relocation of the program. Operating MMM under the Maryland Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) within the department’s agriculture and seafood marketing program streamlines operations, increases efficiency, and enhances food access for Marylanders. The alignment strengthens the state’s capacity to support farmers while improving the shopping experience for residents who rely on nutrition benefit programs. Program benefits will remain intact and consumers will see no interruptions to service.
“We are excited to welcome Maryland Market Money to the department,” said Maryland Secretary of Agriculture Kevin Atticks. “This transition strengthens our capacity to serve farmers, food producers, and Maryland families by aligning complimentary programs under one roof. It reflects our continued investment in growing Maryland’s agricultural economy and expanding access to nutritious, locally-grown food.”